I had my appendix removed on Weds. I am so overdue in changing the infusion set but worried about where can I place it after having an appendix removed. I was in the hospital overnight and carefully taking it easy at home now. But where an I put the infusion set so I am able to change it? anyone been through this?
I’ve never had my appendix removed, but if you’re overdue, you def want to move it, even if it’s an inch away from the old one. The only two sites I’ve tried are stomach and upper butt, both with excellent success. I almost prefer the upper butt for infusions and stomach for dexcom sensors. The last thing you want after a surgery is an infection from the infusion site
Gotta say thighs are my favorite. The dex sensor I have in now is at about 2 o’clock, looking straight down at the top of my thigh, and maybe 1/4-1/3 the way down from my hip. For me, there’s a lot less issue with tubing hanging out or getting caught as it’s coming up (does that make sense?) Love handles are my 2nd fav
Thanks guys! I am recovering slowly but good. I am sitting down as much as possible and taking advantage of sitting as much as possible. I found a spot to put the infusion set and it didnt hurt inserting which is good! Now I know lower back/hip area is good till I recover
I understand that you would be uncomfortable to put an inset in after getting a appendix removed…I don’t have that same problem but I am limited where I can put mine because of not fat so instead my insulin is going through my muscle…But I feel for you…Mine was removed at the age of 13…Good luck…Darlene
thanks…I am feeling a wee bit better today. I can’t wait to feel my old self tho. I managed to find a few places to put it :)…the nice thing is I have the 43 inch sets to use while I am healing